Florida College
About Florida College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Florida College in Temple Terrace, just outside Tampa, is a small Christian college on the banks of the Hillsborough River. Liberal arts, business, media studies and nursing are its largest programs.
Founded
1946
Location
Temple Terrace, Florida
Students
588
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
69.7%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
54%
Below national average
Tuition
$20,360
Per year
Avg Net Price
$23,931
After financial aid
SAT Average
1108
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$43,445
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
69.7 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Required
Application Fee
$50
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 69.7% acceptance rate, Florida College admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
SAT Scores
1108/ 1600
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
54% complete their degree within six years
Retention
75.6%
4-Year Grad
22%
6-Year Grad
28%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$15.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 22% graduation rate is below average, but 75.6% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$20,360
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$10,855
Books & Supplies
$1,300
Total Cost of Attendance
$34,870
After Financial Aid
$23,931
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$20,494
Receive Grants
23.1%
Take Loans
41.6%
The total cost of attendance runs about $34,870/yr, including $10,855 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $23,931.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Florida College fund their education.
While in School
23.1%
Get Grants
Free money
41.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$66,397
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$12,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$127/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $12,000, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Florida College.
Gender
50.3%
Female
50%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
588
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
23.5%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
2%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (50% women, 50% men). 23.5% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
588
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Mixed
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Florida College fields 6 varsity teams with 124 student athletes, about 21% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division I
Conference
Continental
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
124
21% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
62% / 38%
77
Men
47
Women
5
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Florida Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,445
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$40K
22 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$41K
15 grads
1yr Earnings
Communication and Media Studies
—
14 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
—
12 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
11 grads
Marketing
—
5 grads
Graduates earn about $42K six years out, growing to $43K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.